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by Stanley Weilnau
· August 26, 2019 10:53 PM
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by Stanley Weilnau
· June 25, 2017 12:00 PM
Separation Support Meetings in DC Metro Area
Separation support meetings on various topics are held in members' homes in Olney, and throughout the DC metro area. Groups range in size from 10-20 and are led by a New Beginnings member trained to facilitate the discussion. You may join the conversation or just listen; there is never any pressure to talk.
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NEW BEGINNINGS GOES FULLY ONLINE
Like everyone else, we are finding new ways to connect. Until further notice, all NB meetings will be online. Our monthly Dinner & Movie Nights will resume when it is safe to gather.
An online meeting will never be the same as an in-person one. We don’t pretend that it is. But it is better than nothing, and we are exceedingly grateful to have this option to keep our services alive when so many other organizations must cancel, postpone or close entirely.
There are, in fact, several advantages to online discussions:
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You only have to look presentable from the neck up.
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You don’t have to drive anywhere. The gas and travel time you save can be spent shopping online or bingeing on Netflix.
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You can attend any of them, regardless of where you live.
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We can offer more of them because we don’t need physical locations.
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We can have a meeting with as few as 2 participants, so they are less likely to be canceled.
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Online meetings are FREE for both members & non-members (for now at least).
Thank you for your flexibility and willingness to embrace change. We understand that this is
hard. NB members have always been courageous, resilient and quick to show compassion toward others. This is a chance to do that in a different way. We can do this—together.May
OPEN DISCUSSION: No particular topic. Bring the issues most on your mind.
All discussions and meetings are now being held online.
Sat 2 (5:00-7:00) PotLuck Dinner
Fri 6 Open Discussion
Fri 12 Open Discussion
Sun 17 (3:00-5:00 PM) Open Discussion
Thu 21 (7:30-9:00 PM) Speaker,ANDREA LOPES,MSW, MAKING INSPIRED CHANGE NOW
Tue 26 (12:00-1:00 PM) Noon Lunch Break
Fri 29 Open Discussion* * * COMING IN June * * *
Fri 5 8:00-9:30 PM
Sun 14 3:00-4:30 PM
Fri 26 8:00-9:30 PM
Tues 30 7:30-9:00 PM
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by Stanley Weilnau
· June 25, 2017 12:00 PM
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About Us
Divorce Support Group in DC Metro Area
NEW BEGINNINGS® is a marital separation support group for separated and divorced men and women the DC metro area (MD, DC and VA). Established in 1979, we are the oldest and only group in the metro area that deals strictly with separation/divorce and is open to people with or without children. Contact us in Olney, Maryland, to learn more about our separation and divorce support group.
A marital separation is a wrenching experience which can happen to anyone at any time for a variety of reasons. We believe that by sharing feelings with other people in similar situations, we can gain a better perspective on the process of separation and thereby begin to build a new life. This is our first task—because the one certainty is that our lives cannot remain the same.
NEW BEGINNINGS® discussion meetings are held in members' homes, several times a month, and are open to non-members. Led by NB members trained to guide the discussion, these meetings offer a chance to talk to others who share and understand your concerns.
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NEW BEGINNINGS GOES FULLY ONLINE
Like everyone else, we are finding new ways to connect. Until further notice, all NB meetings will be online. Our monthly Dinner & Movie Nights will resume when it is safe to gather.
An online meeting will never be the same as an in-person one. We don’t pretend that it is. But it is better than nothing, and we are exceedingly grateful to have this option to keep our services alive when so many other organizations must cancel, postpone or close entirely.
There are, in fact, several advantages to online discussions:
-
You only have to look presentable from the neck up.
-
You don’t have to drive anywhere. The gas and travel time you save can be spent shopping online or bingeing on Netflix.
-
You can attend any of them, regardless of where you live.
-
We can offer more of them because we don’t need physical locations.
-
We can have a meeting with as few as 2 participants, so they are less likely to be canceled.
-
Online meetings are FREE for both members & non-members (for now at least).
Thank you for your flexibility and willingness to embrace change. We understand that this is
hard. NB members have always been courageous, resilient and quick to show compassion toward others. This is a chance to do that in a different way. We can do this—together.
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MAY
OPEN DISCUSSION: No particular topic. Bring the issues most on your mind.
All discussions are not online.
Sat 2 (5:00-7:00) PotLuck Dinner
Fri 6 Open Discussion
Fri 12 Open Discussion
Sun 17 (3:00-5:00 PM) Open Discussion
Thu 21 (7:30-9:00 PM) Speaker,ANDREA LOPES,MSW, MAKING INSPIRED CHANGE NOW
Tue 26 (12:00-1:00 PM) Noon Lunch Break
Fri 29 Open Discussion
* * * COMING IN June * * *
Fri 5 8:00-9:30 PM Open Discussion
Sun 14 3:00-4:30 PM Open Discussion
Fri 26 8:00-9:30 PM Open Discussion
Tues 30 7:30-9:00 PM Open Discussion
In person events are cancelled until further notice.
Online events open to any single!
VIRTUAL SOCIAL EVENTS
It’s not all talk! Join us for some online fun. We’re launching virtual events you can join from the safety of your home:
• HAPPY HOUR, 4-5:30 PM
• LUNCH BREAK, Noon-1:00 PM
• POTLUCK DINNER, 5:00-7:00 PM
BYO, of course. And for now, all FREE.
FRI, APR 17 • HAPPY HOUR • 4:00-5:30 PM
THURS, APR 30 • LUNCH BREAK • NOON-1:00 PM
SAT, MAY 2 • POTLUCK DINNER • 5:00-7:00 PM
TO RSVP FOR ALL OPEN EVENTS, CONTACT CAROL RANDOLPH NewBCarol@verizon.net or 301-924-4101
Divorce 101 - Rockville, MD
NEW BEGINNINGS, the COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE CENTER OF MONTGOMERY COUNTY, and the MONTGOMERY COUNTY BAR FOUNDATION are co-sponsoring a 6-week program covering everything you need to know about divorce in Maryland. It is offered twice a year in Rockville and features 13 of the top family law professionals in Montgomery County as speakers.
The next offering starts in Sept 15, 2020. Cost is $10/Session or $50 for all 6.
Advance RSVP Required: RSVP: 301-924-4101 or NewBCarol@verizon.net
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Open Events
Posted
by Stanley Weilnau
· June 25, 2017 12:00 PM
NEW BEGINNINGS GOES FULLY ONLINE
Like everyone else, we are finding new ways to connect. Until further notice, all NB meetings will be online. Our monthly Dinner & Movie Nights will resume when it is safe to gather.
An online meeting will never be the same as an in-person one. We don’t pretend that it is. But it is better than nothing, and we are exceedingly grateful to have this option to keep our services alive when so many other organizations must cancel, postpone or close entirely.
There are, in fact, several advantages to online discussions:
-
You only have to look presentable from the neck up.
-
You don’t have to drive anywhere. The gas and travel time you save can be spent shopping online or bingeing on Netflix.
-
You can attend any of them, regardless of where you live.
-
We can offer more of them because we don’t need physical locations.
-
We can have a meeting with as few as 2 participants, so they are less likely to be canceled.
-
Online meetings are FREE for both members & non-members (for now at least).
Thank you for your flexibility and willingness to embrace change. We understand that this is
hard. NB members have always been courageous, resilient and quick to show compassion toward others. This is a chance to do that in a different way. We can do this—together.
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In person events are cancelled until further notice.
Online events open to any single!
VIRTUAL SOCIAL EVENTS
It’s not all talk! Join us for some online fun. We’re launching virtual events you can join from the safety of your home:
• HAPPY HOUR, 4-5:30 PM
• LUNCH BREAK, Noon-1:00 PM
• POTLUCK DINNER, 5:00-7:00 PM
BYO, of course. And for now, all FREE.
Sat, May 2 • POTLUCK DINNER • 5:00-7:00 PM
Thur, May 21 • Speaker,ANDREA LOPES,MSW, MAKING INSPIRED CHANGE NOW • (7:30-9:00 PM)
Tue, May 26 • LUNCH BREAK • NOON-1:00 PM
FOR ALL OPEN EVENTS, CONTACT CAROL RANDOLPH NewBCarol@verizon.net or 301-924-4101
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DIVORCE 101
Posted
by Richard Rieman
· January 28, 2014 9:01 PM
DIVORCE 101 - ROCKVILLE
Divorce 101 is a 6-week series of public education seminars offering an overview of the divorce process in Maryland. It is offered twice a year in Rockville and features 13 of the top family law professionals in Montgomery County as speakers. Cost is $10/session or $50 for all 6.
The next offering starts on Tuesday, Sept 15, 2020.
For more information, contact Carol Randolph at NewBCarol@verizon.net
Join Us
Posted
by Richard Rieman
· October 24, 2013 11:33 AM
Join Our Separation Support Group
New Beginnings is a separation support group based in Olney, serving the Washington D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia area. Contact us today to learn more details.
Benefits
- Monthly Newsletter
- Discounted Admission to Speakers and Social Events
- Supplemental Support Groups for specific interests (e.g., under or over age 40, parents, people without children)
- Membership Directory (published 3 times/year)
Requirements
Non-Members may attend two discussion meetings without obligation to join
- Physical separation from a spouse due to marital separation or divorce
- Former partner is not already a member
- A completed membership application form
Membership Fees (tax-deductible)
- Initial Membership (6 Months) - $35
- One Year Membership - $59
- Two Year Membership - $99
Meeting Fees
- Discussion Meetings (to cover the cost of refreshments and materials) - $10.00
- Speaker Meetings - $12.00 Members / $20 Non-Members
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW!
(Application must be filled out, signed and mailed to New Beginnings for approval prior to membership)
Send application and payment to:
Carol Randolph
2711 Covered Wagon Way
Olney, MD 20832
301-924-4101 • newbcarol@verizon.net
Mailing List Sign-up
Posted
by Richard Rieman
· October 24, 2013 10:15 AM
Simply fill out the form below, and we will contact you.
Please fill in all fields to make sure we can serve you properly. (All Fields Are Required).
Only one person of a separated or divorced couple may be on the mailing list.
Resources
Posted
by Richard Rieman
· March 18, 2013 4:28 PM
Divorce Support Resources Based in Onley
Here are some divorce support books that we recommend reading. Purchasing through Amazon.com by using the links below will benefit New Beginnings based in Olney.
DIVORCE RECOVERY BOOKS
Getting Past Your Breakup: How to Turn a Devastating Loss into the Best Thing That Ever Happened to You
Susan J. Elliott JD MEd(Author)
A proven roadmap for overcoming the painful end of any romantic relationship, even divorce.
He's History, You're Not: Surviving Divorce After 40
Erica Manfred (Author),
Erica Manfred shares her own divorce experience, as well as the advice of experts, with specific sections tailored to women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s.
Rebuilding: When Your Relationship Ends, 3rd Edition
Bruce Fisher (Author)
Bruce Fisher's divorce process rebuilding blocks offer a proven, supportive nineteen-step process for putting one's life back together after divorce.
Crazy Time: Surviving Divorce and Building a New Life, Revised Edition
Abigail Trafford (Author)
A common-sense, compassionate, human book about the crazy process that more than half of us go through.
Healing After Loss: Daily Meditations for Working through Grief
Martha Whitmore Hickman (Author)
For those who have suffered the loss of a loved one, here are strength and thoughtful words to inspire and comfort.
How to Survive the Loss of a Love
Peter McWilliams (Author), Harold H. Bloomfield (Author), Melba Colgrove (Author)
One of the most directly helpful books on the subject of loss ever written, the first edition of this comforting and inspiring book, published in 1976, sold nearly two million copies.
I Thought We Were Happy: Lessons My Wife Taught Me on the Road to Divorce
Jonathan L Lewis (Author)
This book bares wide the pain and confusion that an unexpected divorce unleashes. If you've been through it, you'll relate completely.
The Journey from Abandonment to Healing: Turn the End of a Relationship into the Beginning of a New Life
Susan Anderson (Author)
Designed to help all victims of emotional breakups--whether they are suffering from a recent loss, or a lingering wound from the past; whether they are caught up in patterns that sabotage their own relationships, or they're in a relationship where they no longer feel loved.
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Divorce and Recovery: 101 Stories about Surviving and Thriving after Divorce
Jack Canfield (Author), Mark Victor Hansen (Author), Patty Hansen (Author)
The heartfelt stories provide support, inspiration, and sometimes humor on all the phases of divorce. New Beginnings Founder Carol Randolph appears in this book.
Divorce After 50: Your Guide to the Unique Legal & Financial Challenges
Janice Green (Author)
Matrimonial lawyer Green explores the special legal, monetary, and emotional burdens of a marital split that occurs after age 50.
Marital Separation
Robert S, Weiss (Author)
A compelling account of the personal experiences of those whose marriages have ended.
Posted
by Richard Rieman
· March 18, 2013 3:13 PM
About Our Divorce Support Group
NEW BEGINNINGS® offers a divorce support group and an essential structure and the crucial community of others to heal the pain, speed recovery and move beyond the hurt toward a better future. Discussion meetings, expert speakers and social events provide a forum for coping with loss and betrayal, overcoming problems of trust and risk, and developing improved communication skills. It is not enough just to make the pain go away; the real task is to prevent the pain from happening again.
Only by sharing together--men and women, with and without children, the left and the leavers—can we ultimately understand that an end is also a NEW BEGINNING.
What We Do
Discussion Meetings
Meetings are held in members' homes throughout the DC metro area (MD, DC, VA). Topics include issues specifically for people in the early stages of separation (Coping with Aloneness, Anger, The 8 Stages of Separation) as well as issues pertaining to dating, new relationships and personal growth. All meetings are facilitated by a member volunteer trained to guide the discussion. There is never any pressure to talk.
Guest Speakers
Attorneys, psychologists, financial planners and accountants, mediators and communication skills experts offer members the opportunity to acquire necessary information and practical assistance.
Social Events
Monthly gatherings just for fun, where everyone is single, provide a reason to leave the house and a friendly place to practice new social skills.
